abhor

/ˈæbˌhɔr, ˈæbˈhɔr/

Definitions

1. verb

to feel or show a strong dislike or distaste for something

“She abhors the smell of cigarette smoke.”

2. noun

a strong feeling of dislike or distaste

“Her abhorrence of the situation made her stay away from it.”

Synonyms

  • despise
  • detest
  • loathe

Antonyms

  • admire
  • appreciate
  • like